Albany, NY → Melbourne, FL · Long-distance move

Movers from Albany to Melbourne

About 1,270 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $5,930–$8,820, delivery in 3–7 days, 243 carriers on the Albany side and 110 in Melbourne.

1,270 miroad distance
22 h 36 mindriving time
3–7 daysdelivery window
$5,930–$8,8202-bedroom estimate

Photo: Excel23, Michael Seeley from Melbourne, FL, United States · CC BY 2.0

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Route summary

From: Albany, New York
To: Melbourne, Florida
Road distance: ≈ 1,270 miles (1,076 straight-line)
Drive time: 22 h 36 min
Delivery window: 3–7 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 243 (100 interstate)
Movers at destination: 110 (44 interstate)

Reverse: Melbourne → Albany

The route from Albany, NY to Melbourne, FL covers roughly 1,270 miles by road, a southwest-bound trip that falls into the long-distance move category for pricing purposes.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $5,930 to $8,820 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 3 to 7 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 22 h 36 min.

On the Albany side there are 243 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (100 of them authorized for interstate work), and 110 around Melbourne (44 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Melbourne.

Albany has a population of about 101,698 and Melbourne about 86,000. Albany is considerably denser (4,637 people per square mile versus 1,916), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Florida than in New York, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Florida levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Albany to Melbourne

Full-service estimate for 1,270 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$2,370	$2,890	$3,530
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$3,560	$4,340	$5,290
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$5,930	$7,230	$8,820
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$9,480	$11,570	$14,110
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$13,040	$15,900	$19,400

Rental truck (DIY)

$1,750–$2,480

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$2,150–$3,170

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$5,930–$8,820

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Albany (origin)

Recovery Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3598438
MC: 1221364
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 13 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (802) 391-4930 Route Verify on FMCSA

Truxora INC

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 4434582
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 30 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (403) 370-0744 Route Verify on FMCSA

Schaap Moving Systems INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 31675
MC: 47624
Based in: Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 459-2220 Route Verify on FMCSA

Mabco Transit INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 24402
MC: 2221
Based in: Clifton Park, NY 12065 (13 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 10 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 283-0017 Route Verify on FMCSA

The Ideal Move LTD

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1122518
MC: 456426
Based in: Albany, NY 12205 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 2003

Call (518) 459-0800 Route Verify on FMCSA

5 Starrs

Licensed interstate

Legal name: 5 Starrs Trucking LLC

USDOT: 3780759
MC: 1353314
Based in: Schenectady, NY 12303 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (518) 579-9192 Route Verify on FMCSA

T & T INC Of New York

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 502910
MC: 257893
Based in: Cohoes, NY 12047 (9 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 7 trucks, 5 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (518) 233-8185 Route Verify on FMCSA

Don'S Moving & Storage INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 134890
MC: 141611
Based in: Albany, NY 12207 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 6 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (518) 462-0697 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 243 movers in Albany

Near Melbourne (destination)

Advance Sorensen Movers LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4055942
MC: 1537994
Based in: Melbourne, FL 32935 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 30 trucks, 19 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (516) 396-7650 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Tmt Brevard INC

USDOT: 3599867
MC: 1222354
Based in: Melbourne, FL 32934 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 8 trucks, 10 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (321) 348-4739 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ocasio Trucking

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Pro Protection INC

USDOT: 3705921
MC: 1298651
Based in: Palm Bay, FL 32908 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 4 trucks, 6 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (305) 496-2200 Route Verify on FMCSA

Msr Trucking USA INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 845056
MC: 373614
Based in: Melbourne, FL 32934 (4 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 1999

Call (954) 398-3477 Route Verify on FMCSA

Untouchable Express Cargo Corp

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4071316
MC: 1546792
Based in: Indialantic, FL 32903 (5 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (786) 547-9335 Route Verify on FMCSA

Haulways Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4412209
MC: 1733425
Based in: Palm Bay, FL 32907 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2025

Call (321) 704-5679 Route Verify on FMCSA

Top Team Moving

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Top Team Hauling LLC

USDOT: 3703749
MC: 1648727
Based in: Melbourne, FL 32940 (9 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2021

Call (321) 872-7238 Route Verify on FMCSA

Raymond Bhalai

Licensed interstate

Legal name: Raymond Oneil Bhalai

USDOT: 1912627
MC: 694311
Based in: Palm Bay, FL 32908 (11 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (954) 662-4864 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 110 movers in Melbourne

Tips for this move

Declutter first: long-haul pricing is by weight, so every hundred pounds you sell or donate saves money.
Check whether a shuttle truck is needed in Melbourne if a 53-foot trailer cannot reach your street.
Keep vehicle titles, passports and prescriptions with you; movers cannot carry some items at all.
Insist on a binding or binding-not-to-exceed estimate after an in-home or video survey.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Albany to Melbourne?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,370 to $3,530 for a studio, $3,560 to $5,290 for a one-bedroom, $5,930 to $8,820 for a two-bedroom, $9,480 to $14,110 for a three-bedroom and $13,040 to $19,400 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Melbourne from Albany?

About 1,270 road miles (1,076 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 22 h 36 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 3 to 7 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from New York into Florida makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Albany to Melbourne?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $1,750 to $2,480 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,150 to $3,170. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Albany–Melbourne corridor.